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Organization: Helsinki Spain – Human Dimension
Location: Spain
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Training/Workshop
Closing Date: 2026-04-30
REACT content is divided into five modules which can also be taken separately.
Module I: Conflict Analysis & Conflict Sensitivity Programming (25-29 May 2026 | Alicante, Spain)
- Conflict analysis and conflict sensitivity programming
- Conflict transformation and prevention
- Social inclusion, gender equality, and violent masculinities
- Conflict sensitive communication, negotiation, mediation, dialogue
- HDP triple nexus
- Theories of Change (TOC) and indicators of change
Learn more about Module I here.
Module II: Protection of Civilians and International Legal Framework (1-5 June 2026 | Alicante, Spain)
- International humanitarian, criminal, and human rights law
- Women, peace, and security agenda
- Accountability mechanisms
- Transitional justice
- Peacekeeping protection of civilians mandate
- Children and armed conflict mandate
Learn more about Module II here.
Module III: Tools and Strategies for Sustaining Peace (8-12 June 2026, Alicante | Spain)
- Security sector reform
- Disarmament
- Demobilization and reintegration
- Governance and election processes
- Organizations’ role in sustaining peace (OSCE, OTAN, UN DPO, AU)
Learn more about Module III here.
Module IV: Risks and Threats to International Peace (15-19 June 2026, Alicante | Spain)
- Human security and economies of conflict
- Transnational organized crime
- Armed conflict and prolonged crises
- Terrorism and armed groups labeled as terrorist
- Radicalization
Learn more about Module IV here.
Module V: HEAT – HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT AWARENESS TRAINING (22-27 June 2026, Segovia | Spain)
Students will undergo a complete five-day HEAT training, in which participants will learn how to deal effectively with risk-associated and emergency/critical situations while deployed on a mission.
- Awareness of Threats and Risk management.
- Self-Defense. Response to Sexual Assaults
- First aid and Basic life support in the absence of medical personnel.
- Emotional Regulation and Early Psychological Support.
- Orientation, map reading and GPS navigation.
- Communication Procedures and Means (Use of Radios).
- Driving in convoy.
- Checkpoint Navigation and Roadblocks: Managing Vehicle Inspections and Secure Passage
- Weapons, Mines, Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), and Unexploded Ordnance (UXO).
- Evacuation and Escape Protocols.
- Protection of Classified and Sensitive Information
- Stress Management and Resilience.
- Travel Security: Protection and Safety Procedures for Vehicle Transport.
- Managing Threats in Crowds, Demonstrations, Protests, and Riots.
- Kidnapping and Hostage Survival.
Learn more about Module V (HEAT) here.
FACULTY
Trainers and experts from international organizations, diplomats and civil servants, military personnel, police officers, experts from humanitarian NGOs, independent consultants and university professors.
Fee information
The total REACT course fee is 4.950 €.
There are a limited number of partial scholarships available. Scholarships are awarded based on the profile, country and needs of each candidate.
The fee includes the following services:
– Comprehensive five-week REACT course (220h total, 8h/day)
– Complete five-day Hostile Environment Awareness Training
– Organized local transport (Madrid-El Albir-Los Ángeles de San Rafael (HEAT) -Madrid)
– Personal mentoring focused on professional development, networking opportunities with participating organizations, and direct access to UNV recruiters.
– All course materials
– Official diploma from the International University Centre for Peace Missions of Helsinki España, a HEAT diploma, and a diploma from NAEM, National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
*** Meals and accommodation costs are NOT included. Applicants are also responsible for their visa-related costs.
*** Candidates who wish to be considered for our scholarship scheme should enclose proof of their annual income and employment status. Documents should be translated into English or Spanish.
How to register
If you would like to apply for REACT 2026, please send us a copy of the following documents:
- REACT Registration Form (available here)
- Motivation Letter
- Resume/CV
- Recent digital photo, passport size
- Copy of passport
- Proof of highest educational level achieved and copy of academic transcript
- Two letters of recommendation on letterhead.
- English language certificate. In case you do not have one, please contact us and we will arrange a brief telephone interview.
- If you wish to apply for a partial scholarship, please provide a document demonstrating your annual income and employment status (with an official translation into English or Spanish).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- University degree or equivalent professional training
- Fluency in English: B2+
- Strong interest in international affairs
All application documents should be sent to: iucpm@helsinkiespana.org
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